Letter to the editor: Canoe Race an incredible success
May 23, 2023 Dear Manchester Mirror, I feel moved to write and express my gratitude to the group of local Manchester people who organized the 57th Annual Canoe Race here on our beautiful River Raisin. The Manchester Robotics team and their families created a delightful event for the very first time. The day was beautiful and […]
Michigan is the king of potato chips. But a disease is killing state spuds
by Ashley Zhou (Bridge Michigan) Michigan is the nation’s leading producer of potatoes for potato chips, and potato farmers across the state harvest 1.7 billion pounds annually. So it’s concerning that, by July of any given summer, up to half of the state’s potato leaves begin to wilt, their stems harden, and they slowly die. These […]
Democrats’ push to cut inmate sentences draws fierce pushback in Michigan
by Yue Stella Yu (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Democratic-backed bills that could allow inmates to serve less time in prison are prompting opposition from prosecutors, victim groups and law enforcement. The bills would allow prison inmates to petition for a lighter sentencing after serving a decade of their sentences and earn productivity credits toward early release. The legislation aims […]
Michigan may spend big on passenger trains, eying service to Canada, Up North
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) More money could be coming soon for Michigan passenger rail projects, which advocates hope could lead to better service and, eventually, new routes for Up North and Ontario getaways. Federal officials in recent years have made billions of dollars in grant money available for passenger rail, and Michigan has received nearly $85 million from […]
57th annual canoe and kayak race a great success
submitted by Caiden Kippnick Sunday was a beautiful day for the 57th annual Manchester River Raisin Canoe & Kayak Race, keeping its uncontested claim as the second-longest continuously running river race in North America. Thank you to the organizers and all of the volunteers required to make this event possible. An extra-special thanks goes out […]
Michigan Department of Education visits MCS
by Marsha Chartrand What would you do if the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) was visiting the Washtenaw Intermediate School District and emailed to let you know they’d like to come at 9am the next morning to visit Manchester Community Schools to “see the great things being done here”? Well, if you’re Dr. Bradley Bezeau, […]
MDL adds new summer fun kits to Library of Things collection
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library As nice spring weather brings more folks outside, the Manchester District Library (MDL) is making sure that summer fun kits are ready for checkout. New outdoor recreation items include: Pickleball Set (4 paddles and 4 balls with carry case) COMING SOON! Disc Golf Starter Set (driver, mid-range, and putter […]
Girls’ soccer team positions itself for post-season play
article and photos by Scott Somerville Throughout the week of May 15, the Manchester Lady Dutch Varsity Soccer Team completed their most competitive week of matches since the beginning of the 2023 season. The first match versus the Cougars of Lenawee Christian School was Monday, May 15, at home. Wearing green jerseys in support of […]
Senior citizens group plans fun day on May 25
submitted by Jacque Steele, Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council On May 25, 2023, everyone is invited to join the Senior Citizens in the Emanuel Church Fellowship Hall for a dine-in luncheon meal and social time. All ages are welcome! Meals will be served between noon and 12:30pm. Meals at the church are $5 and $6 […]
Fun(d)-raising with historic crafts
submitted by Annette Siffin, Manchester Area Historical Society The Manchester Historic Craft Project at the Blacksmith Shop Museum is an organization that demonstrates and encourages hands-on experience with historic crafts: blacksmithing, weaving, spinning, rug-hooking, etc. and as a result is building a community of interested people. Recently, we held a Sunday event for the sorting […]
